E portfolio Notes

2.2. Choosing your platforms

Choosing Your Platforms for an e-Portfolio

1. Consider Your Purpose

• Academic use: If the portfolio is for coursework, reflection, or assessment, use platforms supported by your institution (e.g., Canvas ePortfolio, Mahara, Blackboard).

• Professional use: For job applications or showcasing skills, use platforms that are accessible to employers (e.g., LinkedIn, Portfolium, Wix, WordPress).

• Personal development: Choose flexible tools that allow creativity and personal branding (e.g., Google Sites, Squarespace, Blogger).

2. Ease of Use

• Select a platform that matches your technical skills.

• Look for user-friendly interfaces with drag-and-drop or customizable templates.

• Ensure it supports multimedia (text, images, video, links).

3. Accessibility and Sharing

• Check if the portfolio can be easily shared with others (via link or access permissions).

• Consider privacy settings — some work may be private (learning process), while some may be public (showcase to employers).

4. Cost and Sustainability

• Some platforms are free (Google Sites, Blogger, Portfolium), while others may require subscription (Squarespace, premium WordPress).

• Choose one that you can maintain in the long run without losing access.

5. Integration and Features

• Ability to integrate with other tools (e.g., LinkedIn, Google Drive, social media).

• Options for multimedia embedding, reflective journals/blogs, and professional presentation.

• Storage capacity for files and projects.